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Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

3.5 star property
Hotel with a bar, 9-minute walk to Rideau Canal

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Close to Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a 24-hour gym. In addition to a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is €131
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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9.6 out of 10
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(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
185 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P 0C8

What's nearby

  • Elgin Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Parliament Hill - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rideau Canal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Arts Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 4 min walk
  • Ottawa Station - 6 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Queen St Fare - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway Sandwiches - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Aiāna Restaurant Collective - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thali - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown

Hotel near Rideau Canal
Near Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa, Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a 24-hour gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour business centre.
Other perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a computer station and a billiards/pool table
  • 6 meeting rooms, a TV in reception and a banquet hall
  • Luggage storage, wedding services and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 148 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ALTCETERA

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 18 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 30.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

ALT Hotel Ottawa
ALT Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa
Alt Ottawa Downtown Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Hotel
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Hotel Ottawa

Frequently asked questions

Is Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of CAD 45 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

As of 28 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown on 7 Dec 2025 start from €130.54, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bank Street Promenade and Rideau Canal. Parliament Hill and University of Ottawa are also within 15 minutes. Parliament Station is only a 4-minute walk and Lyon Station is 8 minutes.

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Alt Hotel Ottawa Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 647 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1006 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel, convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast check in and the staff was very friendly, prompt and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cate

great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff friendly. Clean and modern hotel. Comfortable and nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie Claude

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to a great part of town. Friendly staff and decent sized, quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Syed Imran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern rooms, nice decor. Pretty good hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun Liu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and quiet. Friendly staff. It will be better if breakfast offer more variety.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modern and funky vibe. Very pleasant and accommodating staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my expirence at Alt Hotel and the staff were so friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great location. No parking on site and room was too hot. Comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

M. Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking a little awkward but walking distance to more attractions than there is time for in a short stay. Staff are efficient, knowledgeable, and very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access and close to main attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ross

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YunFei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place recommend for everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tenzin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location with friendly staff. Modern lounge.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherilyn

Liked: Amenities
Great room price was solid !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, clean and very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Centrally located, friendly staff and clean and specious rooms. Hotel has a really cool vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, business friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Helpful virtual check-in. Good location. Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern, spacious and welcoming lobby. The room was also comfortable, very comfortable efficient bathroom. And very well located in the business part of Ottawa.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect downtown spot near Parliament

This place is great. We loved it and had a great stay as a family. The rooms were spacious and comfortable and the location was perfect for a quick stay downtown close to Parliament. It was very walkable to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. It is kind of far from things though, so if walking is not an issue it’s a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025